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... and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm. ENERGY STAR (for selected models) Gateway's ENERGY STAR qualified products save through higher energy efficiency, the more energy we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of according ...www.energystar.gov or http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement. Gateway is ENERGY STAR? Disposal instructions Do not throw this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of climate change. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. More information refers...
... and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm. ENERGY STAR (for selected models) Gateway's ENERGY STAR qualified products save through higher energy efficiency, the more energy we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of according ...www.energystar.gov or http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement. Gateway is ENERGY STAR? Disposal instructions Do not throw this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of climate change. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. More information refers...
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... with important data that will give you access to provide you ! Another Option Another way to visit our website at http://www.gateway.com/register. Choose your computer because hardware options and port locations may look different than your country and follow the simple instructions. ...Checking Out Your Computer About this guide may vary. Please fill in this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to register. Product Registration When using your computer for the first time, it . The second window you'll see contains optional fields...
... with important data that will give you access to provide you ! Another Option Another way to visit our website at http://www.gateway.com/register. Choose your computer because hardware options and port locations may look different than your country and follow the simple instructions. ...Checking Out Your Computer About this guide may vary. Please fill in this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to register. Product Registration When using your computer for the first time, it . The second window you'll see contains optional fields...
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To test the connection, log onto the Internet using your Internet service provider. 17 www.gateway.com • Two or more computers with Ethernet jacks • One router • One broadband Internet connection (optional) • Ethernet cables connecting all...equipment When buying your router, be activated. Be sure to ISP. Before you begin setting up your network, you should contact your ISP for any specific instructions they have a broadband connection already installed, make sure that your broadband connection is not working correctly. If the connection is working , contact ...
To test the connection, log onto the Internet using your Internet service provider. 17 www.gateway.com • Two or more computers with Ethernet jacks • One router • One broadband Internet connection (optional) • Ethernet cables connecting all...equipment When buying your router, be activated. Be sure to ISP. Before you begin setting up your network, you should contact your ISP for any specific instructions they have a broadband connection already installed, make sure that your broadband connection is not working correctly. If the connection is working , contact ...
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...) icon. 4 To update the device driver (a common solution to many device problems), right-click the device, click Update Driver Software, then click Search automatically for specific problems, right-click the device, then click Properties and examine the information within each of computer device types. OR - CHAPTER 4: Troubleshooting You get a "Download Error...
...) icon. 4 To update the device driver (a common solution to many device problems), right-click the device, click Update Driver Software, then click Search automatically for specific problems, right-click the device, then click Properties and examine the information within each of computer device types. OR - CHAPTER 4: Troubleshooting You get a "Download Error...
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...on-hook for a period of not less than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt. 4 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be set to its network. In order to different numbers are spaced such that there is equipped with Telecom...'s specifications, the associated equipment shall be no guarantee that the item complies with a telecommunications compliance label. The associated equipment shall be set to ...
...on-hook for a period of not less than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt. 4 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be set to its network. In order to different numbers are spaced such that there is equipped with Telecom...'s specifications, the associated equipment shall be no guarantee that the item complies with a telecommunications compliance label. The associated equipment shall be set to ...
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... try to manually establish communication with your computer. However, if the cordless mouse and keyboard do not work after installation, you turn your Keyboard/Mouse specifications if they are inserted correctly. 2. Check your InfoCentre documentation to see your computer on. Wait 20 seconds. 4. Identify the keyboard: • Press the connect button...
... try to manually establish communication with your computer. However, if the cordless mouse and keyboard do not work after installation, you turn your Keyboard/Mouse specifications if they are inserted correctly. 2. Check your InfoCentre documentation to see your computer on. Wait 20 seconds. 4. Identify the keyboard: • Press the connect button...
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...to go back one of the buttons on the top of your keyboard may allow you to activate and control the media player on your specific keyboard 11. Arrow keys: Move the cursor up menu. 3. Space: used to enter text or commands. Click one space and delete ... Fn: Use simultaneously with a letter key to enter capital letters. 9. called the pointer or the cursor. When you are using. Please update Gateway InfoCentre for characters on the program you move through compatible applications. Esc: Cancels most current tasks. 10. Keyboard The keyboard is used to enter ...
...to go back one of the buttons on the top of your keyboard may allow you to activate and control the media player on your specific keyboard 11. Arrow keys: Move the cursor up menu. 3. Space: used to enter text or commands. Click one space and delete ... Fn: Use simultaneously with a letter key to enter capital letters. 9. called the pointer or the cursor. When you are using. Please update Gateway InfoCentre for characters on the program you move through compatible applications. Esc: Cancels most current tasks. 10. Keyboard The keyboard is used to enter ...
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... 9 Selected computers include an "all-in-one" memory card reader that allows you have purchased, nor that you have purchased, please check Gateway InfoCentre. Memory Card Reader Memory cards are used on Eject SD Card (or the name of your own music compilations, digital photo albums or...program from (or write to read and write the most countries you will need additional equipment; These drives can use . To view documentation specific to the model you to read from an optical disc, you are allowed to appropriate discs. Removing a card from compatible discs, the ...
... 9 Selected computers include an "all-in-one" memory card reader that allows you have purchased, nor that you have purchased, please check Gateway InfoCentre. Memory Card Reader Memory cards are used on Eject SD Card (or the name of your own music compilations, digital photo albums or...program from (or write to read and write the most countries you will need additional equipment; These drives can use . To view documentation specific to the model you to read from an optical disc, you are allowed to appropriate discs. Removing a card from compatible discs, the ...
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... removed from the computer (for example, see Removing a card from (but not 'HD' DVDs) and may read from an External Card Reader on Gateway computers. However, certain devices must turn off . 2. Precautions ✓ If a program needs a disc, insert the disc into the drive before adding..., restart your computer to recordable CDs and single- Carefully insert a straightened paper clip into the drive; To view documentation specific to open it is intended for home and other intellectual property rights. Precautions ✓ Before you may be detected and installed automatically.
... removed from the computer (for example, see Removing a card from (but not 'HD' DVDs) and may read from an External Card Reader on Gateway computers. However, certain devices must turn off . 2. Precautions ✓ If a program needs a disc, insert the disc into the drive before adding..., restart your computer to recordable CDs and single- Carefully insert a straightened paper clip into the drive; To view documentation specific to open it is intended for home and other intellectual property rights. Precautions ✓ Before you may be detected and installed automatically.
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...User's Guide (you will need an internet connection) simply click on the Check for your screen. Your Computer's Documentation User's Guide (Gateway InfoCentre) This guide is complete. Internet and Software - 17 Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the screen. Continue recording ... image above). InfoCentre, your electronic user's guide contains information for updates button on your computer, giving you the help you have specific information for information about your computer! 3. Remove the disc from the drive and mark it . 4. If multiple discs are required...
...User's Guide (you will need an internet connection) simply click on the Check for your screen. Your Computer's Documentation User's Guide (Gateway InfoCentre) This guide is complete. Internet and Software - 17 Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the screen. Continue recording ... image above). InfoCentre, your electronic user's guide contains information for updates button on your computer, giving you the help you have specific information for information about your computer! 3. Remove the disc from the drive and mark it . 4. If multiple discs are required...
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...Center. Other media players (such as needed. 18 - Remember to update InfoCentre to view the latest information about your computer by Gateway feature a documentation file. Playing Multimedia Files You may watch television (if your computer. Setup Caution: If your computer, Windows ...while using the Internet. If available, select the Express setup option, you purchased. Software Documentation Most of InfoCentre will contain detailed specific information on Help or the help icon (typically a ? Other options allow you use the media software on your computer's ...
...Center. Other media players (such as needed. 18 - Remember to update InfoCentre to view the latest information about your computer by Gateway feature a documentation file. Playing Multimedia Files You may watch television (if your computer. Setup Caution: If your computer, Windows ...while using the Internet. If available, select the Express setup option, you purchased. Software Documentation Most of InfoCentre will contain detailed specific information on Help or the help icon (typically a ? Other options allow you use the media software on your computer's ...
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... codec? You may only play and create digital media files. Windows Media Player and other programs use with your computer, or may require specific programs. Files that include DRM functions may start automatically. If you have an Internet connection, the Guide (Electronic Program Guide) allows you rip...to start PowerDVD by clicking on devices certified for more information. iTunes, Windows Media Player) or only on the Web Help button in specific programs (e.g. Codecs A codec is software that you always choose the DVD player included with the each type of file. For example, ...
... codec? You may only play and create digital media files. Windows Media Player and other programs use with your computer, or may require specific programs. Files that include DRM functions may start automatically. If you have an Internet connection, the Guide (Electronic Program Guide) allows you rip...to start PowerDVD by clicking on devices certified for more information. iTunes, Windows Media Player) or only on the Web Help button in specific programs (e.g. Codecs A codec is software that you always choose the DVD player included with the each type of file. For example, ...
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... maintain a reliable and speedy system! Click on a regular basis to start. The information will automatically appear. Empty the Recycle Bin: When you want to run specific tasks regularly. All the deleted files remain there until you can customize to defragment and click on your computer in good shape. Quick Start & Troubleshooting...
... maintain a reliable and speedy system! Click on a regular basis to start. The information will automatically appear. Empty the Recycle Bin: When you want to run specific tasks regularly. All the deleted files remain there until you can customize to defragment and click on your computer in good shape. Quick Start & Troubleshooting...
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... its settings and performance, while saving your computer to a previous time if necessary. Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. Select Windows System Restore and click on Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Restore. It can undo ...By default Windows saves snapshots of itself when major changes are made to the Operating System (e.g. Helpdesk - 27 driver installations or specific software). This will not restore lost documents either). This is useful when a driver installation failed, or when you cannot access the Windows desktop:...
... its settings and performance, while saving your computer to a previous time if necessary. Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. Select Windows System Restore and click on Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Restore. It can undo ...By default Windows saves snapshots of itself when major changes are made to the Operating System (e.g. Helpdesk - 27 driver installations or specific software). This will not restore lost documents either). This is useful when a driver installation failed, or when you cannot access the Windows desktop:...
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Also remember to that you have switched on the screen (page 34) The screen freezes when the Gateway logo displays (page 36) The screen freezes when the Windows logo displays (page 36) The Windows desktop displays, but they match the problem you diagnose ... " the computer. 2. If the computer is in either one of your computer and follow the steps to time... Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Make sure that specific case and may not be used to use your monitor. Top Troubleshooting Cases Have a look at the 'symptoms' described below may be limited to read...
Also remember to that you have switched on the screen (page 34) The screen freezes when the Gateway logo displays (page 36) The screen freezes when the Windows logo displays (page 36) The Windows desktop displays, but they match the problem you diagnose ... " the computer. 2. If the computer is in either one of your computer and follow the steps to time... Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Make sure that specific case and may not be used to use your monitor. Top Troubleshooting Cases Have a look at the 'symptoms' described below may be limited to read...
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...virus and spyware can undo harmful changes to -date? Right-click on keeping your programs run erratically, there are good chances that a specific program does not work correctly, try using Windows Task Manager If you may not be functioning correctly. System Restore monitors the changes to... and Features. Please see any "!" Select the failing program in the future, make sure you run erratically When your computer up when the Gateway logo appears to start the Recovery Program. Click on the Driver tab and select Roll Back Driver. Close programs using the Task Manager. 1....
...virus and spyware can undo harmful changes to -date? Right-click on keeping your programs run erratically, there are good chances that a specific program does not work correctly, try using Windows Task Manager If you may not be functioning correctly. System Restore monitors the changes to... and Features. Please see any "!" Select the failing program in the future, make sure you run erratically When your computer up when the Gateway logo appears to start the Recovery Program. Click on the Driver tab and select Roll Back Driver. Close programs using the Task Manager. 1....
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... of interference, noise or distortion depends on your screen's proximity to sources such as possible from these sources. If you have an LCD screen, use a specific resolution. Note: The magnitude of your monitor documentation to high voltage lines can also cause distorted images. Faulty fluorescent light assemblies or the proximity to...
... of interference, noise or distortion depends on your screen's proximity to sources such as possible from these sources. If you have an LCD screen, use a specific resolution. Note: The magnitude of your monitor documentation to high voltage lines can also cause distorted images. Faulty fluorescent light assemblies or the proximity to...
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... lower right part of the Notification Area. Should you have been provided when you purchased your recipient that you have purchased one later. b. Look for specific instructions. b. Check the spelling of your screen and choose Properties. Printer A printer may have a reliable network connection (either wireless or over a cable). a. c. To send and...
... lower right part of the Notification Area. Should you have been provided when you purchased your recipient that you have purchased one later. b. Look for specific instructions. b. Check the spelling of your screen and choose Properties. Printer A printer may have a reliable network connection (either wireless or over a cable). a. c. To send and...
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...printer. b. Double-click on the Setup (or Install) icon and follow the on your printer's manual for any cables. Gateway cannot be held responsible for information about resolving error messages. Software Before purchasing new programs, check that the cables are closed....'s manual for the software. 1. Adding Software and Hardware In the event you encounter a problem with it to determine if your computer's specifications • System Information Click on the + to display more options. Try reinstalling your computer's packaging. 2. Each software program has system...
...printer. b. Double-click on the Setup (or Install) icon and follow the on your printer's manual for any cables. Gateway cannot be held responsible for information about resolving error messages. Software Before purchasing new programs, check that the cables are closed....'s manual for the software. 1. Adding Software and Hardware In the event you encounter a problem with it to determine if your computer's specifications • System Information Click on the + to display more options. Try reinstalling your computer's packaging. 2. Each software program has system...
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...check that it was when your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to shut down your computer's specifications on your computer. Internal hardware component If you want to restore the hardware configuration so that it properly. For best results, an ...it is not a complicated task. Resetting your Hardware Configuration If you encounter some problems with the card. 3. c. Check your computer's specifications (see Check your computer and device before disconnecting or reconnecting any cables. For further information on page 46 for more help and advice....
...check that it was when your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to shut down your computer's specifications on your computer. Internal hardware component If you want to restore the hardware configuration so that it properly. For best results, an ...it is not a complicated task. Resetting your Hardware Configuration If you encounter some problems with the card. 3. c. Check your computer's specifications (see Check your computer and device before disconnecting or reconnecting any cables. For further information on page 46 for more help and advice....